Man United set to complete shock £38m striker transfer in January, talks reach 'advanced stage'
Manchester United are reportedly preparing for a surprise January sale that could mark the end of one of their biggest recent transfers.
Hojlund was sent on loan to Napoli earlier this summer, with the Italian outfit having an obligation to make the transfer permanent for £38 million if they qualify for the UEFA Champions League.
According to The Mirror, Manchester United have given Napoli the green light to sign Rasmus Hojlund on a permanent deal in January.
The talks are already at an “advanced stage” with Napoli manager Antonio Conte reportedly highly impressed with Hojlund after a bright start.
The 22-year-old has made a flying start, scoring four goals in six appearances across all competitions so far this season.
The Denmark international moved to Old Trafford from Atalanta for £72m in the summer of 2023.
He enjoyed a promising debut campaign, but his confidence faded as he managed just four Premier League goals last season.
Hojlund is a very talented centre-forward, but he seemed to lose his way under the intense scrutiny of Old Trafford.
He thrives when running at defenders and playing on the shoulder of the last man, but his hold-up play and decision-making were often found wanting under pressure at United.
His confidence hit rock bottom and it became important for him to find his feet elsewhere.
United broke the bank again to sign Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig this summer.
The Slovenian has already made an instant impression, registering two goals and one assist in five league starts while displaying imposing physicality and sharp link-up play.
If United return to the UEFA Champions League, they may want to have two solid strikers in their squad.
We believe having both Hojlund and Sesko could be beneficial, but the club may feel compelled to pull the trigger to balance their books.
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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .